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20th Century Pop Culture Icons — A Printable Quiz for Tweens

You and your kids can test your knowledge and have some fun with this printable quiz on 20th century pop culture icons.

Dystopian Books for Adults
Grown-Up Reads

The Apocalypse for Grown-Ups: Great Dystopian Novels for Adults

Here are seven stories for grown-ups that explore life after the collapse of civilization as we know it. And no, we’re not talking about your morning without coffee.

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Growing Reader

Meet the Illustrator: Brett Bean

In today’s Meet the Illustrator feature we hear from Brett Bean, illustrator of the thrilling chapter book series, Beasts of Olympus.

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Tips & Advice

6 Reasons To Visit the Library This Summer

If you're looking for some fun and free activities for kids, check out your local library's events calendar.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

9 Books to Help Kids Manage Their Fears and Phobias

Fear comes in many shapes and sizes. Thankfully, there are some great books available to help kids with their fears and phobias.

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Tips & Advice

Why I Will Never Stop Reading Picture Books with My Kid

There are some books that I will NEVER take off my daughter’s bookshelf. Never. No matter what. And most of those books are picture books.

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Growing Reader
Tween

Pinterest Picks: Best Boards for Children’s Books and Reading

Pinterest offers parents heaps of helpful advice, recipes, kid activities, and education resources, especially for reading and books.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K

Bored with Board Books? Here’s Where to Go Next

That picture book section is a whole lot bigger than the board books section and the selection can be overwhelming! Here's how to make a smooth transition.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

6 Easy Ways To Get Outside and Read This Summer

If your kids groan at the idea of spending their summer days with their nose in a book, these ideas will inspire them (and you!) to get outside and read.

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Tips & Advice

4 Ways to Help Grandparents Start Their Own Reading Traditions with Their Grandkids

If your kid is lucky enough to have grandparents in their life, how do you encourage them to start their own reading traditions? Here's how to get started.